On this day in 1995, Compton architect DJ Quik delivered his third studio album Safe + Sound, a project that further cemented his reputation as one of the West Coast’s most musically gifted producers ...

Here's how two hip hop greats compare in the Kendrick Lamar vs Jay-Z debate, from Grammy Awards to net worth and more.

MC Lyte forged the way for other female MCs to find their path in the often-sexist, male-dominated world of Hip-Hop.

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Despite the ever-changing trends in fashion and the return of the beloved baggy jeans and jorts, one thing has remained the same: Rappers aren’t afraid to flaunt their love of jeans. These are The ...

A public tribute event was held Monday for Watts, who died recently at age 54. The Swishahouse record label founder helped ...

It's strange to comprehend that it's been a quarter of a century since that transformative year, especially since so much of its music remains influential. Consequence proved that when counting down ...

You thought you knew all about Slim Shady's work? Think again! Join us as we reveal the hidden songwriting talents of Marshall Mathers on tracks performed by other artists. Our countdown includes hits ...

Feb. 14, or Valentine’s Day, is an important date to many in the Hip-Hop and R&B industry. On this date in 1981, Funky 4 + 1 ...

The Best Songs of 2001 defined an era of pop culture, including tracks by The Strokes, Missy Elliott, System of a Down, ...

Super Bowl halftime performances continue to fascinate year after year, transforming a few minutes of music into true ...